Hi, I’m Sonja Weeks. I’m a diligent AI trainer with 2+ years working in multimodal AI evaluation and annotation, ensuring high-quality training data for model optimization. I enjoy collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify quality trends and translate findings into actionable improvements for generative capabilities. My approach blends precision, clear communication, and a focus on user experience to drive better model performance. Beyond AI, I bring over a decade of experience in customer service and leadership, with a strong background in public relations and conflict management. This has shaped my ability to build positive relationships, manage expectations, and communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders. I’m adept at balancing stakeholder needs with data-driven insights to support successful outcomes.

Sonja Weeks

Hi, I’m Sonja Weeks. I’m a diligent AI trainer with 2+ years working in multimodal AI evaluation and annotation, ensuring high-quality training data for model optimization. I enjoy collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify quality trends and translate findings into actionable improvements for generative capabilities. My approach blends precision, clear communication, and a focus on user experience to drive better model performance. Beyond AI, I bring over a decade of experience in customer service and leadership, with a strong background in public relations and conflict management. This has shaped my ability to build positive relationships, manage expectations, and communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders. I’m adept at balancing stakeholder needs with data-driven insights to support successful outcomes.

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Hi, I’m Sonja Weeks. I’m a diligent AI trainer with 2+ years working in multimodal AI evaluation and annotation, ensuring high-quality training data for model optimization. I enjoy collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify quality trends and translate findings into actionable improvements for generative capabilities. My approach blends precision, clear communication, and a focus on user experience to drive better model performance.

Beyond AI, I bring over a decade of experience in customer service and leadership, with a strong background in public relations and conflict management. This has shaped my ability to build positive relationships, manage expectations, and communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders. I’m adept at balancing stakeholder needs with data-driven insights to support successful outcomes.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

AI Trainer at MERCOR
August 1, 2025 - Present
Performed daily preference ranking of hundreds of multimodal AI outputs (images, audio, and video) against prompts to evaluate model performance and alignment. Applied systematic comparative judgement techniques to assess relevance, quality, and coherence of outputs, ensuring consistent evaluation across modalities. Maintained high accuracy and throughput in large-scale annotation workflows, contributing to reliable training data for model fine-tuning and preference optimization. Collaborated with cross-functional AI teams to identify quality trends and provide actionable feedback for improving multimodal generative capabilities. Utilized specialized labeling platforms and guidelines to ensure precise annotation, supporting preference-based reinforcement learning and human feedback loops.
Lead Infant Teacher at Sunnyside Kampus
August 1, 2022 - March 1, 2024
Cared for infants aged 6 weeks to 12 months, created age-appropriate lesson plans and daily learning activities, and engaged children at their learning levels. Maintained open communication with parents, often sharing updates and concerns. Obtained CPR certification and completed continuing education units focusing on adolescent behavior and strategies for handling difficult situations such as suspected abuse.
Clerk/Cashier at Family Pharmacy
December 1, 2018 - September 1, 2020
Assisted customers with purchases, processed refills by phone and online, and filed prescribed medications in the internal system. Provided information on refill requests, notified customers of prescriptions not yet picked up, and prepared prescriptions for delivery. Restocked OTC items, maintained shelves, handled store deposits, and managed mail/petty tasks. Implemented curbside delivery during the Covid-19 pandemic to maintain service.
Rural Mail Carrier at United States Postal Service
October 1, 1992 - March 1, 2012
Delivered mail and packages, including accountable items such as certified, registered, express, and priority mail. Maintained the route case and demonstrated strong self-management and responsibility. Served on the QWL/EI Team to discuss workplace balance and customer service improvements, and acted as local steward for two terms, overseeing mail counts and representing carriers in disputes with management.

Education

High School Diploma at Buna High School
September 1, 1987 - September 1, 1989

Qualifications

Some College
January 11, 2030 - January 12, 2026
Non-CDL Class C Driver's License
January 11, 2030 - January 12, 2026
CPR Certification
January 11, 2030 - January 12, 2026
AED Certification
January 11, 2030 - January 12, 2026
Personal Lines License
January 11, 2030 - January 12, 2026
First Aid Certification
January 11, 2030 - January 12, 2026

Industry Experience

Education, Software & Internet, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment